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Montreal Canadiens vs. Ottawa Senators Prediction, Odds, NHL Picks [1/18/2024]
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Written by Kevin Hansen, Senior Sports Analyst
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The Ottawa Senators will face the Montreal Canadiens in NHL action at Canadian Tire Centre on Thursday, commencing at 7:00PM ET.
Dimers.com's in-depth betting preview for Thursday's Canadiens vs. Senators matchup includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and picks for the game.
Canadiens vs. Senators Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread
We have used trusted machine learning and data analysis to simulate the outcome of Thursday's NHL matchup between the Canadiens and Senators 10,000 times, in line with our coverage of NHL picks.
Our popular predictive analytics model gives the Senators a 62% chance of beating the Canadiens.
According to our model, the Canadiens (+1.5) have a 60% chance of covering the puck line, while the Over/Under total of 6.5 goals has a 52% chance of going over.
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Canadiens vs. Senators Odds
We have sourced the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Canadiens | Senators |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-150) | -1.5 (+136) |
| Moneyline | +155 | -185 |
| Total | o6.5 (-140) | u6.5 (+124) |
- The Senators are currently -1.5 favorites against the Canadiens, with +136 at DraftKings Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
- For the underdog Canadiens (+1.5) to cover the puck line, BetMGM Sportsbook has the best odds currently on offer at -150.
- BetMGM currently has the best moneyline odds for the Senators at -185. That means you can risk $185 to win $100 for a total payout of $285 if they get the W.
- FanDuel Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Canadiens at +155, where you can bet $100 to profit $155, earning a total payout of $255 if they win.
- The Over/Under sits at 6.5 with FanDuel, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -140, while DraftKings currently has the best odds for the Under at +124.
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
As always, check out all the online sportsbooks that are available in your state for the best NHL odds and lines.
Canadiens vs. Senators Picks
By comparing our predictions to the odds listed above, we have found the best betting picks to make on this game:
| Bet Type | Our Pick | Best Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | Canadiens +1.5 | -150 |
| Moneyline | Canadiens | +155 |
| Total | Under 6.5 | +124 |
While the Senators are more likely to win the game, betting on the Canadiens moneyline is the best option due to the edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the sportsbooks' odds currently on offer.
Taking advantage of the edges published on Dimers is one of the keys to achieving long-term profitability.
Furthermore, despite the Over being more likely to hit on this occasion, Under 6.5 is our best bet owing to the better odds (+124) that are available from DraftKings Sportsbook.
Our NHL best bets are based on complex modeling and wagering expertise to serve you the best possible plays every day of the year.
Canadiens vs. Senators Player Props
Who will score an anytime goal in Canadiens vs. Senators?
According to our model, Ottawa's Tim Stutzle is most likely to score the first goal in Canadiens vs. Senators.
Our projections give Stutzle a 7.1% chance of scoring the first goal at Canadian Tire Centre, while the Senators star is a 35.6% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Montreal Canadiens
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Cole Caufield | 6.6% |
| Nick Suzuki | 6.0% |
| Sean Monahan | 4.0% |
| Juraj Slafkovsky | 3.8% |
| Joel Armia | 3.8% |
Ottawa Senators
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Tim Stutzle | 7.1% |
| Brady Tkachuk | 7.0% |
| Claude Giroux | 7.0% |
| Vladimir Tarasenko | 6.3% |
| Drake Batherson | 6.0% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Montreal Canadiens
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Cole Caufield | 34.9% |
| Nick Suzuki | 29.6% |
| Sean Monahan | 23.0% |
| Joel Armia | 20.6% |
| Juraj Slafkovsky | 19.4% |
Ottawa Senators
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Brady Tkachuk | 37.7% |
| Claude Giroux | 36.0% |
| Tim Stutzle | 35.6% |
| Drake Batherson | 33.3% |
| Vladimir Tarasenko | 33.3% |
| Don't forget, our model updates regularly, so check this article for the latest betting analysis before the Canadiens vs. Senators on Thursday January 18, 2024. |
Habs vs. Senators Game Information
Thursday's action between the Senators and Canadiens at Canadian Tire Centre is scheduled to start at 7:00PM ET.
- Who: Montreal Canadiens vs. Ottawa Senators
- Date: Thursday January 18, 2024
- Time: 7:00PM ET / 4:00PM PT
- Venue: Canadian Tire Centre
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Conclusion
This preview article has been partially generated using automated processes and AI technology. Our goal is to provide timely and accurate updates on Thursday's Canadiens vs. Senators contest, and automation assists in data collection, analysis, and formatting. Human editing and quality control are performed to ensure the content meets our editorial guidelines.
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